Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Arkansas City, Kansas
1 of 2 nursing homes in Arkansas City (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Kansas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
105
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$64,586 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Arkansas City, Kansas, is adequate, with 2 facilities available and only 1 recommended. Families should be aware that while Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor has a strong 5-star rating, one facility has incurred significant fines totaling $64,586.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 ARKANSAS CITY PRESBYTERIAN MANOR (90) — ARKANSAS CITY PRESBYTERIAN MANOR stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, providing a nurturing environment for its 60 residents without any federal fines.
The other 1 Arkansas City facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $64K.
Recommended
ARKANSAS CITY PRESBYTERIAN MANOR stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, providing a nurturing environment for its 60 residents without any federal fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Arkansas City Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $64,586
Questions Arkansas City Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Arkansas City's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Arkansas City facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Arkansas City avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Arkansas City facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Arkansas City, KS are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Arkansas City (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Arkansas City "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Arkansas City?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.